Antique French Empire Revival Bronze 6 Light Chandelier, Sculptural Detailing
Located in Madrid, ES
Its suspended “basket” shape mimics that of a hanging Roman oil lamp, and various embellishments such as the crown of acanthus leaves at top, laurel wreaths and pineapple finial, and...
Bronze
Vintage Boho French Wrought Iron and Brass Bakers Rack
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Expertly crafted from heavy wrought iron, the piece features an intricate network of hand-formed scrolls and whimsical flourishes that offer a sophisticated architectural presence. P...
Brass, Wrought Iron
Charles Dudouyt Sculptural Walnut Armchairs with Rush Seats, France 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Almelo, NL
The bold turned legs, rounded finials, and strong architectural proportions create a powerful visual presence while maintaining an organic warmth typical of the designer’s work.
Rush, Walnut
1920s French Thonet-Style Bleached Bentwood Perroquet Coat Stand
By Michael Thonet
Located in Dallas, TX
The rotating crown features two tiers of six elegantly curved hooks, allowing it to function as both a hat and coat rack, and it is topped with a turned finial for added architectura...
Bentwood
19th-Century French Bouillotte Chandelier in Tole and Bronze
Located in Atlanta, GA
The central column is fluted and crowned with a small finial, adding subtle architectural structure. Suspended from a simple chain, the chandelier feels both intimate and distinguish...
Bronze
Victorian Brass & Stained Glass Hexagonal Terrarium / Display Case
Located in Lincoln, GB
Today, they function perfectly as sophisticated display cases for curiosities, jewelry, pocket watches, or other small collectibles, keeping them dust-free while showcasing them in a...
Stained Glass
Jugendstil Otto Wagner Chair Brown Beech for J & J Kohn Postal Saving Bank 1902
By Otto Wagner, Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Vienna, AT
Otto Wagner ( Vienna 1841 - 1918 Vienna) one of the most popular master of modern architecture in Belle Epoque fin de siecle period in Vienna He was architect, visionary, city planne...
Beech, Plywood
Pair of 18th C. French Carved Oak Hunting Plaques with Wrought Iron Handles
Located in Dallas, TX
At the center of each is a bold wrought iron handle, one rendered in a stylized architectural form with acorn finials, the other in the shape of a fantastical beast, possibly a griff...
Wrought Iron
Elegant 19th Century Louis Philippe Parlor Table — Finely Carved Hardwood
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
The elegant X-form stretcher is crowned by a turned finial, adding architectural harmony and sculptural interest.
Wood
Vintage Regency Painted Swag Lantern
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This electrified lantern features a hand-painted metal frame in regal hues of forest green, terracotta, and gold, adorned with ornate faux swags, lattice trim, and bold diamond accen...
Glass, Paint
A Large French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Crystal Bell Jar Lantern Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
At its heart, a bell-shaped crystal reservoir is suspended by four gracefully twisted gilt bronze supports, which rise to meet a domed corona richly adorned with scrolling motifs and...
Crystal, Bronze
Antique Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
This fireback shows very well detailed architectural columns with decorative finials. Excellent condition, very usable dimension.
Iron
Very Large Antique French Louis XIV Ormolu Gilt Bronze Gold Chandelier
Located in London, GB
The serpent carries a laurel garland, from which hang two detailed pinecone finials. Below them, architectural elements cascade into the heart of the piece, leading the eye to a stri...
Ormolu
Jugendstil Otto Wagner Chair Beech 1902 Postal Saving Bank Vienna Thonet
By Otto Wagner, Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
Otto Wagner ( Vienna 1841 - 1918 Vienna ) one of the most popular master of modern architecture in Belle Epoque - fin de siecle period in Vienna.
Beech
Holder Candle Petite Fours Sweets Mahogany Gothic Revival
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Conceived as a Gothic Revival architectural ornament probably a finial. Shaped top with a border of scrollwork and stylised leaf carving above a turned base.
Mahogany
Otto Wagner Jugendstil One Chair Beech Postal Saving Bank Vienna 1902 Thonet
By Thonet, Otto Wagner
Located in Vienna, AT
Otto Wagner ( Vienna 1841 - 1918 Vienna) one of the most popular master of modern architecture in Belle Epoque fin de siecle period in Vienna He was architect, visionary, city planne...
Metal
French Ormolu Mantel Clock with Champleve Decoration by Japy Freres
By Japy Frères
Located in Norwich, GB
French gilt ormolu mantle clock with beautiful champlevé decoration with turned pilasters, architectural pediment with four turned finials. Gilded chapter ring with Roman numerals...
Ormolu
Pair of Mutual Sunset Lamp Co. Splayed White Enameled Metal Table Lamps, 1950s
By Stewart Ross James, Mutual Sunset Lamp Co.
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Featuring a white double splayed form. White finials. Heavy. Architectural. Statement lighting.
Metal, Aluminum, Nickel
Paul Evans Style Brushed Aluminum & Polished Steel "Cityscape" Table Lamp, 1970s
By Paul Evans
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Featuring a rectangular form with Brushed Aluminum and Polished Steel vertical panels. 21H to top of socket. 29H top of finial. Reflective. Architectural. Statement lighting.
Aluminum, Steel, Nickel
$2,160Sale Price|20% Off
Wrought Iron Coffee Table with Glass Top and Gilt Sphere X-Form Base
Located in Miami, FL
The base is distinguished by elegant X-form stretchers centered by a gilt spherical finial, lending both architectural balance and a subtle decorative accent.
Wrought Iron
A 1930's French Gilt Lacquered Wood Pagoda Form Chinoiserie Platinum Painted Box
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
An elevated pediment, adorned with resplendent gilt bells and delicate curls, gracefully ascends in multiple areas, culminating in a peak at the top finial. This architectural feat n...
Wood
Victorian Desk Clock / Barometer / Thermometer Set
By J.H Steward
Located in Norwich, GB
Victorian desk clock / barometer set Gothic style carved oak case standing on a raised, moulded plinth surmounted by two brass flambeau finials and central architectural pediment. ...
Oak
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